In a small town in the Netherlands, Veronica Clifford Carlos, a 28-year-old artist, is fighting for a chance to stay. She left her home in San Francisco after facing severe threats due to her identity as a trans woman. Veronica is not alone in her struggle; many others are seeking asylum in the Netherlands, hoping for a safer life. The Netherlands, known for its prog...
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has recently shared a new plan for how it will spend money and choose research projects. This plan comes after big changes at the agency, like budget cuts and plans to reorganize. The head of the NIH, Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, wants to be clear about these changes and how they affect the public. The NIH is putting a lot of emphasi...
The recent Supreme Court ruling in Mahmoud v. Taylor has sparked a lot of debate. The court sided with a group of parents who wanted to keep their kids from reading books about LGBTQ+ topics. They argued that these books went against their religious beliefs. The court agreed, saying that the books could undermine the parents' right to guide their children's religious...
In a big move, Wisconsin's highest court just said the state can ban conversion therapy. This isn't just about one issue, though. It's also about who gets to make the rules in the state. The court said a group of lawmakers can't just block rules they don't like. This gives the governor more power to put rules into effect. Conversion therapy is a practice that tries ...
The Trump administration has decided to hold back over $6 billion in education grants. These funds were meant for programs helping kids from low-income families and immigrants. The administration claims some of this money was used for things they don't agree with. They say it was used to support immigrants who are in the country without legal papers and to promote LG...
In the early hours of Monday, a peaceful night in Provincetown, Massachusetts, took a dark turn. Chris Kostka, a visitor enjoying the weekend, found himself in the middle of an unexpected and violent encounter. While walking back from a friend's house, he was suddenly pushed to the ground and attacked by three men. The assault was not just physical; it was also verba...
In a powerful display of unity, over a hundred thousand people gathered for the Budapest Pride march, defying the Hungarian government's ban. This event, organized by Rainbow Mission and the city hall, was a clear message against the government's restrictive policies and a stand for LGBTQ+ rights and freedom of assembly. The Hungarian government had tried to ban the...
In Budapest, a massive crowd gathered to show their support for Pride and equality, despite the government's attempts to stop them. The event was a big deal, with people from all over Hungary and even other countries joining in. The government had tried to ban the march, but the mayor of Budapest found a way around it by making it a city event instead. Many people c...
In the heart of Budapest, a vibrant display of resistance unfolded as thousands gathered for the 30th annual Pride march. The event, usually a celebration, took on a new significance this year as it became a protest against a recent ban on LGBTQ+ events. The streets of Budapest were filled with rainbow flags and defiant chants, as people of all ages joined the march...
The Supreme Court made a big decision recently. They said parents can choose to keep their kids from reading certain books in school. These books are about LGBTQ topics. The court voted 6-3 in favor of the parents. This all started in Montgomery County, Maryland. Some parents, who are Christian, Muslim, and Jewish, didn't want their kids reading these books. They th...